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Rory McIlroy Splits with ISM to Join Horizon

Rory McIlroy, the reigning U.S. Open Champion and World's No. 3 golfer, has announced that he will split from International Sports Management (ISM) and sign with the Irish-based firm, Horizon Sports Management.

McIlroy will also be leaving his only manager in his pro career to this point in Andrew Chandler.

Better known in the golfing world is 'Chubby'.

A statement issued by ISM read, "Rory McIlroy has announced today, Friday October 21st, 2011, his decision to end his association with International Sports Management (ISM)."

"He has also announced he has joined Horizon Sports Management."

McIlroy himself added, "I would like to sincerely thank Chubby Chandler and his team for their guidance, representation and management over the past four years, since turning pro."After learning of the news that he and ISM were losing McIlroy, Chandler responded, "Onward and upwards. We have had quite a brilliant year. The company is growing and adapting to ensure it stays at the forefront of golf and the business of managing players."

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